About the role
We are seeking a Blue Yonder Solution Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Blue Yonder planning solutions across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, S&OP, Inventory Optimization, and Fulfillment. This role requires deep functional and technical expertise, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to deliver scalable supply chain solutions that drive business value and operational excellence.
In this role, you will:
· Lead end-to-end Blue Yonder Planning implementations, enhancements, and solution deployments.
· Partner with business and technology stakeholders to define and deliver Blue Yonder solutions across Demand Planning, Fulfillment, Inventory Optimization (IO), Enterprise Supply Planning (ESP), and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
· Design scalable solution architectures and ensure alignment with business objectives, roadmap strategies, and best practices.
· Provide hands-on expertise in Blue Yonder Demand, Fulfillment, Master Planning, Inventory Optimization, and related planning applications.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams supporting integrations with SAP ECC, SAP BW, middleware platforms, data lakes, WMS, and other enterprise applications.
· Oversee project delivery, issue resolution, risk management, and defect remediation to ensure successful implementation outcomes.
· Mentor and guide project team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
· Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships that support long-term project and business success.
Work model:
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the US. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on project assignments, business priorities, and client requirements. We will always communicate role expectations clearly throughout the hiring process.
What you need to have to be considered
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Supply Chain, or a related field.
· 9+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management solutions and implementations.
· 3+ years of hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Planning applications.
· Proven experience designing and delivering Blue Yonder solution architectures in complex enterprise environments.
· Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes, including demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, and S&OP.
This will help you stand out
· Blue Yonder certifications in Planning, Demand, Fulfillment, or related modules.
· Experience integrating Blue Yonder solutions with SAP, WMS, data platforms, and enterprise analytics solutions.
· Strong consulting, stakeholder management, and client-facing communication skills.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Consider your transferable experience, business expertise, and unique perspective that can help drive innovation and client success.
Applications will be accepted until 09/19/2026.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 - $150,000, depending on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors related to the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan and Company Contributions
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Please note that this position does not offer visa sponsorship or visa transfer support now or in the future.
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Over Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is een bouwer van AI-oplossingen en een leverancier van technologiediensten. Wij slaan de brug tussen AI-investeringen en ondernemingswaarde door het bouwen van full-stack AI-oplossingen voor onze klanten. Onze diepgaande kennis van sectoren, processen en engineering stelt ons in staat om de unieke context van een organisatie te verankeren in technologische systemen. Deze systemen versterken het menselijk potentieel, realiseren tastbare resultaten en geven wereldwijde ondernemingen een voorsprong in een snel veranderende wereld. Ontdek hoe op cognizant.ai of @cognizant.
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